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LeBron James played his first game as a 41-year-old and the Los Angeles Lakers lost 128-106 to the Detroit Pistons. James scored 17 points and showed moments of his enduring athletic ability.

Reports say ByteDance plans to spend about ¥100 billion (around $14 billion) on Nvidia AI chips in 2026 if sales are allowed in China. The move is part of ByteDance's wider increase in AI investment.

Walt Disney World is offering discounts for 2026 that can lower trip costs. Some deals include up to $250 off per night and special Disney+ subscriber ticket pricing.

CME Group raised margins on precious metals futures again, and gold and silver eased as some investors booked profits. Spot gold fell about 0.8% and spot silver fell about 6% after a very strong 2025 rally.

A body was recovered in a field near the San Antonio home of 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos during the search for the missing teen. Her mother repeatedly said the discovery felt very close to home. Officials say the medical examiner is working to identify the remains and foul play is not expected.

Stocks are ending 2025 with overall gains but futures were trading lower before the last session. Silver fell after the CME raised margin requirements for precious metals.

Experts say better sleep supports mood, immunity and steady energy. Most adults need around 7–9 hours of sleep a night.

Timothée Chalamet chose to perform his own spanking scene, and a prop paddle broke so a real paddle was used during filming.

VJ Edgecombe hit an overtime 3-pointer and scored 25 points as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 139-136; he scored 13 points late in the game and added six rebounds.

About 1,000 light-years away, astronomers have imaged a very large disk of gas and dust that is forming planets. Hubble’s first visible-light picture shows unusual, wispy filaments concentrated on one side of the disk.

The article notes that backing up an iPhone and turning off iMessage and FaceTime are commonly recommended, and that data can be moved by cable, wireless transfer apps, or cloud backups.

Oprah Winfrey has described changes in how she approaches weight and health over many years. She began a doctor-prescribed GLP-1 medication in 2023 and later spoke of it as a relief.

Derrick White blocked seven shots, tying the NBA record for a guard. The Celtics won 129-119 and White finished with 27 points.

A 2025 study found that people with 401(k) plans saved about 29% more for retirement than those without. Employer matching and tax benefits likely helped boost their savings.

XRP is reported as down about 20% in 2025. New spot XRP ETFs drew nearly $1 billion in their first 30 days and Ripple secured $500 million in financing, which may influence markets ahead of XRP Community Day on Feb. 11, 2026.

UWM Holdings CEO Mat Ishbia reported an open-market sale of about 1.63 million shares held via his trust. The SEC filing values the transactions at roughly $9.4 million.

Make-A-Wish South Carolina is marking 41 years and has granted more than 4,700 wishes; about 325 medically qualified children remain in the pipeline.

Gold and silver closed the year with visible price swings. Gold is up about 65% for 2025.

President Trump posted a photo of a dead bird on Truth Social and blamed windmills for bald eagle deaths. The image was taken in Israel and experts say the bird is a kestrel, not a bald eagle.

AST SpaceMobile shares rose about 4.5% after a three-day losing streak. The gain followed the successful launch and deployment of the BlueBird 6 satellite, which is much larger than earlier models.

Ultragenyx shares climbed about 15.5% after a steep fall the day before. Two Phase 3 trials of setrusumab missed their main goal, though the studies showed gains in bone mineral density.

Analysts are naming Microsoft as a leading pick for 2026 because its AI-related businesses are expanding. The company posted sales growth and strong margins while its stock traded below recent averages.

As the year ends, a range of experts shared simple ways to close one chapter and begin another. Tips included quieting possessions, setting small habits, separating holiday spending from January goals, and starting fitness plans gently.

Erik Zhang and Da Hongfei have exchanged public accusations about Neo’s finances and who manages the project. Zhang has asked for a full financial report while Hongfei says Zhang controls most funds.

Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz questioned whether roughly 16,703 active XRP addresses justify a market value near $115 billion. On-chain data shows XRP and Cardano have far fewer active addresses than networks like Solana.

New Jersey may see a light dusting to about 1 inch of snow on New Year's, with the best chances in northwest counties. Temperatures will be chilly, with lows in the 20s tonight.

Victoria Park will host family programming beginning in the early evening and later-night performances with fireworks. Many retail, banking and government services are reported closed on New Year's Day, and waste collection schedules will shift by one day.

Plug-in hybrids pair a larger rechargeable battery with a gas engine so short trips can be done on electricity. The piece highlights the 2026 Toyota Prius Plug-in, Kia Niro Plug-in, and Hyundai Tucson Plug-in as accessible choices under $55,000.

Coinbase says U.S. rules stopping stablecoins from paying interest could make them less competitive. China will allow interest on the e‑CNY starting January 1, 2026.

The 137th Rose Parade will air live from Pasadena on Jan. 1, 2026 at 11 a.m. ET on ABC. Magic Johnson is the grand marshal and the parade is followed by the Rose Bowl game at 4 p.m. ET.